What to do and see in Newcastle-under-Lyme, England: The Best Free Things to do

April 23, 2022 Matilde Konrad

Newcastle-under-Lyme (or Underlem, cf. Burslem, Audlem), (/ˌnjukɑːsəl ʌndər ˈlaɪm/, locally /ˌnjuːkæsəl ʊndəˈlaɪm/) is a market town in Staffordshire, England, and is the principal settlement in the Borough of Newcastle-under-Lyme. In the 2011 census the town had a population of 128,264.
Restaurants in Newcastle-under-Lyme

1. The Hopwater Cellar

2 Bridge Street Newcastle under Lyme, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 2RY England +44 1782 713311 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/hopwatercellar/info/
Excellent
93%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 59 reviews

The Hopwater Cellar

Independently owned bottle shop and bar. Specialising in over 400 bottled beer and cider, available to drink on site or off site. Plus one traditional cask ale, two keg beers and a selection of malt whisky's. Bottled wine and prosecco also available. Dogs welcome!

Reviewed By shep1215 - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom

Great place to go and enjoy some different beers from all over the world Craig and Andy are great hosts and they know all about the world beers.

2. Wellers

3 Pepper Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 1PR England +44 1782 698080 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/WellersST5/
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 20 reviews

Wellers

A Tap House for Weal Ales Brewery. A small bar based in the centre of Newcastle-under-Lyme specialising in real ale, over 12 different gins, a selection of premium wines, a selection of specialised vodka, keg beer and ciders.

Reviewed By B3631HVsimonp

Best pub in Newcastle-under-Lyme fantastic music friendly staff with such a wide range of locally brewed Ales highly recommend

3. The Victoria

62 King Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 1HX England +44 1782 631505 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Thevictoriakingstreet/
Excellent
80%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 10 reviews

The Victoria

Reviewed By JWJDUK - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

A fantastic traditional pub with clean & comfortable bedrooms. A large selection of drinks, great prices & dog friendly (dogs are allowed into the bar but are not able to stay overnight). The staff are all very friendly and welcoming. One of the cheapest places to stay locally. The ambiance of the pub is perfect, whether you are calling in for a quiet drink or meeting up with friends. The building is full of character with a real coal fire, grandfather clock, wooden floors, old paintings & vinyl player. Many board games available & a darts board. The terrace/smoking area is heated and sheltered over one half which is suited to all seasons. Other features of the pub include free parking (at the rear of the pub) & free Wi-Fi. The pub regularly holds events such as charity quiz nights, live entertainment and charity days. The property is a fantastic geographically, within walking distance to The New Vic Theatre & Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre. It is also situated to the nearby hospitals, Stoke City FC, Port Vale FC, Trentham Gardens, The Victoria Hall, Keele University, Staffordshire University, The Regent Theatre, The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, Middleport Pottery, within 19 miles of Alton Towers Theme Park & 30 miles of Manchester Airport. Whether you are on business or a weekend away, this place is perfect for individuals or couples.

4. Brampton Museum

Brampton Park, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 0QP England +44 1782 619705 [email protected] http://www.newcastle-staffs.gov.uk/bramptonmuseum
Excellent
47%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 136 reviews

Brampton Museum

Reviewed By francescapP8290DL - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom

lovely staff. always changing displays and events. kids love they have a work sheet and have to find clues all over with litte treat prize at the end. really love the push local artist and sell there work

5. Hopinn

102 Albert Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 1JR England +44 1782 711121 http://hopinn.net/about.php
Excellent
65%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 17 reviews

Hopinn

6. Bridge Street Ale House

31 Bridge Street Newcastle Under Lyme, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 2RY England +44 1782 515044 http://www.bridgestreetalehouse.co.uk
Excellent
79%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 75 reviews

Bridge Street Ale House

Reviewed By IanM330 - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom

One of the best little pubs in Newcastle. The first micro pub in the town and still the very best. When it first opened it was a bit of a novelty but soon acquired its own locals. Now it is just a great little pub with superb staff and a constantly changing and well thought out cellar. Brilliant! I love it. So do many others.

7. Apedale Community Country Park

Blackbank Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 6AX England +44 1782 632350 http://www.apedale.co.uk
Excellent
68%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 60 reviews

Apedale Community Country Park

Country park on the outskirts of Newcastle-u-Lyme. 154 Hectares of Woodland, Grassland, Wetland and Marsh. Open and wooded trails, for walking, mountain biking and horse riding. Dogs welcome under close control, and on a lead where stated. Free car parking around the site. Visitor centre open on Weekend and Bank holiday afternoons, at present, 14.00 -16.00. Toilets open everyday, 10.00 - 16.00. Car parks open 10.00 until dark. Visitor centre holds events and is available for meetings and educational visits. Panoramic views from top of the site. Lots of historical industrial features, including old quarry which is a RIGGS site. Notable species include, Great Crested Newt, Skylark, Lapwing, Dingy Skipper, Grass snake. Kite festival held first Sunday in October.

Reviewed By keep-ramblin - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

We arranged to go for a walk with group from work. Never been here before. Lovely place lots different pathways to choose, we followed bridle path. The area and views are beautiful. There is small railway and visitors centre here we didn't go on or use them. Had lovely morning walk

8. The Cask Bar

1-2 Andrew Place, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 1DL England +44 1782 870560 https://www.facebook.com/TheCaskBarNuL/
Excellent
63%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 19 reviews

The Cask Bar

Reviewed By 461keithp - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

My first visit and I was not disappointed. My wife and I went on a Monday, to try the curry. It was excellent! Very tasty and excellent value. The beer was excellent as well. With 4 real ales, including Sarah Hughes Ruby Mild, I was in heaven. Would recommend the Cask Bar very highly and I will certainly be returning very soon.

9. The Ten Green Bottles Co

46 Merrial Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 2AW England +44 1782 630858 [email protected] http://thetengreenbottles.restaurantwebx.com/
Excellent
71%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 92 reviews

The Ten Green Bottles Co

An exciting gin and craft beer bar, coffee house and bottle retailer in Newcastle town centre. The place to be on a Friday and Saturday night!

Reviewed By sophiej279 - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom

I've lived in the area only a year but this place is a real diamond in the rough! Staff are all wonderful, very friendly and helpful, and their signature gin-cocktail is genuinely my favourite! They have a lovely mini beer garden which looks really cosy and atmospheric when the fairy lights come on. Lovely bar!

10. The Victoria

Brampton Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 0SJ England +44 1782 615170 [email protected] http://www.emberinns.co.uk/nationalsearch/northwest/victoria-hotel
Excellent
51%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 41 reviews

The Victoria

Reviewed By dianemW7835PR - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom

There is a good choice on the menu and they also do 2 courses for £9.99, Food is good value, great choice of wine, nice surroundings and lovely staff.

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